batt is fully charged now. has 13.05 when engine is off and running down to 12.24 when engine is on and no loads. I tried to get the relay to jump and activate myself by trying to power up the relay out of the car. when i test to see if the relay is getting power in the car terminals 15 and 30 both have batt voltage when key is turned on....shouldnt that mean the relay should close? I also have batt voltage running to the alternator shouldnt it be putting out power then too. I'm at a loss this thing is not as simple as an american car of its time.

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